1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
